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an hat vs a hat

The correct phrase is 'a hat.' The article 'a' is used before words that begin with a consonant sound, while 'an' is used before words that begin with a vowel sound.
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Explained by Michele A.
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Last updated: August 31, 2024

an hat

This is incorrect. 'An' is used before words that begin with a vowel sound, while 'hat' starts with a consonant sound.

The correct phrase is 'a hat' because 'hat' starts with a consonant sound. Use 'an' before words that begin with a vowel sound.

Alternatives:

  • a hat

a hat

This is the correct phrase to use. 'A' is used before words that begin with a consonant sound.

Use 'a hat' when referring to the item 'hat' because 'hat' starts with a consonant sound. Use 'an' before words that begin with a vowel sound.

Examples:

  • I bought a hat yesterday.
  • She wore a hat to the party.
  • He needs a hat to protect himself from the sun.
  • A hat is a great accessory for any outfit.
  • Can you lend me a hat for the costume party?
  • And this guy needs a hat.
  • I wore a hat and sunglasses.
  • Everyone wants your name on a hat.
  • So I'm crocheting a hat for my nephew.
  • I heard that a cop in a hat got shot.
  • No, bloke in a hat.
  • I can't decide between a veil or a hat.
  • Biggest hope I have of raising any funds is to pass a hat during the show.
  • Now make a hat and get it to work.
  • Grab a hat or a hairbrush.
  • My daddy had a hat kind of like yours.
  • He was wearing coveralls... and a hat.
  • - It is definitely not a hat.
  • But you only came back with a hat.
  • One time I put sunglasses and a hat on it.
  • When I met you, you were wearing a hat made of ribbons.
  • I just had a conversation with a hat.
  • Keep your head down, and wear a hat, Tolstoy.
  • When we first met you were wearing a hat.
  • A woman with long hair and a hat.

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